Larissa Allen Employee Experience Staff Award Recipients

The Larissa Allen Employee Experience Staff Award was inspired by Larissa Allen, former assistant vice-president, human resources for her contributions to employee engagement. This award recognizes one individual who has improved employee wellbeing at TMU by engaging and supporting employees in ways that had a significant positive impact on the experience of staff and/or faculty.

The recipient receives a certificate and a one-time monetary award of $2,000 (subject to applicable deductions).

Key criteria: Employee wellbeing; people first

2026 recipient

Angeline Cheung

Faculty of Community Services

As Awards, Recruitment, and Events Coordinator at the Faculty of Community Services, Angeline Cheung brings people together across roles and disciplines within the Faculty, creating meaningful opportunities for collaboration and celebration. Angeline exemplifies the spirit of the Larissa Allen Employee Experience Staff Award through her exceptional leadership, empathy, and dedication to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace. Her initiatives- ranging from recruitment events to equity-focused community partnerships - demonstrate her creativity, care, and commitment to engagement. Known as the “engine” of FCS, Angeline has profoundly enhanced the employee experience and strengthened the sense of belonging across the FCS.